Robin's Diary [Paperback]

Claire Labine (Author), Judith Pinsker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1995

In a novella based on a storyline on General Hospital, Robin Scorpio's romantic relationship with Stone Cates is threatened by the discovery that her lover has been diagnosed with AIDS. Original. 200,000 first printing. $75,000 ad/promo.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Although this book will obviously appeal to die-hard General Hospital fans (it features two main characters on the show), it is more importantly a fictional account of a relationship between two heterosexual teenagers, one of whom is HIV-positive. Through the entries, General Hospital scriptwriter Pinsker captures the character of Robin Scorpio, a bright, spunky teenager on the brink of adulthood. Like most adolescents, Robin can be mature (i.e., she is devoted to her studies) but at times is irresponsible and deceives adults to get her way. The work chronicles the romantic relationship between Robin and Michael "Stone" Cates, a former street kid. As their relationship progresses, the two become involved sexually. They do not, however, always practice safe sex because Stone had tested negative for HIV after leaving the streetlife. Unfortunately, the test was performed too quickly after he had been exposed to the virus, and he is soon experiencing the typical symptoms of HIV. After Stone's condition is made public, the characters receive support and criticism from all sides. Pinsker does not judge the characters' morality but instead provides a tragic story through which parents can teach children about the dangers of unprotected sex. Recommended for public libraries.
Julie C. Boehning, "Library Journal"
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: ABC Daytime Press (November 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080198775X
• ISBN-13: 978-0801987755
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #492,563 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #12 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Entertainment > Television

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for the General Hospital Fan, March 25, 2006

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Becky "Becky" (Ohio) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robin's Diary (Paperback)

Although based on a storyline from the popular soap opera General Hospital, this is actually a Romeo and Juliet type story teens can relate to. I read this for the first time as a teenager and still love it as an adult. This story looks at how two people on the verge of adulthood have to learn to live when one is HIV + and how that affects everyone in this young man's life, most notably his girlfriend Robin. Robin's courage thoughout is an inspiration.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the best, January 5, 2004

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Dance Dance Dance - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robin's Diary (Paperback)

This is my favorite book. The story covers a major crush, first love, a first time and a tragic death. I am the biggest fan of Robin and Stone around, and each time I read this book I still cry at the end. Robin and Stone will always be in my heart.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars true love, May 19, 2003

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This review is from: Robin's Diary (Paperback)

This book has everything you love in a story: friendship, love, drama, vunerabilty, complexity. I could go on and on. This story was truely the best I have ever read. I watched Robin and Stone on t.v when I was younger, but now that I have the book I appriciate it even more. I cried and cried at the end. Love to Robin and Stone forever. Thank you for this wonderful story General Hospital.